Warehouse Manager, 2nd Shift

Schylling; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Product discount

401k with company match

Job summary

Schylling is seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager for the 2nd shift (Mon–Fri, 3:00 PM–11:30 PM) in Lakewood, WA. You will lead the warehouse team, drive safety, and ensure operational excellence across inventory, shipping, and receiving.

Responsibilities include KPI tracking, budget management, and collaboration with remote HQ. A high school diploma and 5–10 years of DC leadership in retail or e‑commerce are required; competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Must have 5–10 years as Warehouse/Distribution Center leader in retail distribution or e‑commerce.
• Understanding of warehouse budgeting and financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of distribution, transportation and inventory management with a customer focus.
• Experience working with remote headquarters and cross‑functional resources.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and welfare of the DC facility and staff; foster a culture of safety.
• Comply with OSHA regulations, safety procedures, and documentation requirements.
• Develop metrics and real‑time performance tracking systems.
• Lead, coach, and develop warehouse staff across levels; focus on culture and leadership.
• Manage inventory levels to fulfill orders and reduce stockouts.
• Build relationships with internal/external stakeholders and vendors for continuous improvement.
• Provide equipment, tools, and training for safe, efficient operations.
• Maintain a positive, efficient work environment and leadership style.
• Oversee site budget and achieve financial metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Safety management

KPIs / metrics

Budgeting

WMS

ERP

Team leadership

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

WMS

ERP

Inventory management

Job description

At Schylling, we create timeless moments of joy, laughter, and imagination for kids of all ages. Since 1975, we’ve been designing toys that spark creativity, inspire play, and bring smiles, whether through cherished classics or fresh innovations with a nostalgic twist. The Schylling portfolio includes iconic brands like NeeDoh®, LAVA® Lamp, Big Wheel®, Sea-Monkeys®, and many beloved classic toys, each crafted to encourage curiosity, discovery, and a sense of wonder. Join us in bringing play to the world!

Schylling's warehouse operations are in Lakewood, WA, and we are currently looking for an experienced Warehouse Manager, 2nd Shift to lead our 2nd shift team. Second shift runs Monday through Friday, 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the overall safety and welfare of the DC facility and staff by addressing both physical safety issues and creating a culture of safety.
• Ensures that the operation complies with all OSHA and other regulations, policies, safety procedures, and documentation requirements.
• Must have the ability to develop metrics, monitor KPIs and put in place systems and processes to track real time operational performance.
• Provide leadership, coaching and training to warehouse associates at all levels placing an emphasis on culture, talent evaluation and leadership development.
• Monitors inventory levels to ensure sufficient levels to fulfill all orders.
• Responsible for managing and building continuous improvement relationships with internal/external stakeholders and vendors.
• Provides the necessary equipment, tools, and training to staff to ensure safe, secure, and efficient operations.
• Creates and provides a leadership style that ensures a positive, efficient, and safe work environment.
• Manages the site level budget, ensuring financial metrics are achieved.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 5-10 years as Warehouse/Distribution Center leader in retail distribution or e-commerce with progressive advancement in a warehouse/ distribution center environment.
• Ability to understand the financial management of the warehouse, including budget preparation and financial reporting.
• Demonstrated understanding of distribution, transportation, and inventory management principles and practices with a strong customer focus.
• Knowledge and understanding of supply chain systems (i.e., WMS, Inventory Planning, ERP, etc.)
• Experience working with remote headquarters and functional resources, ability to build effective relationships, solve problems, and get things done.
• Ability to work the second shift Monday through Friday 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with all levels of the organization.
• High standard of integrity and reliability; able to build trust and loyalty with others
• Strong interpersonal skills and team leadership in a collaborative business model
• Exceptional level of self-awareness and level-headedness
• Balance of proactive and reactive management styles.

The base salary range for this position is $100,000 to $110,000. Offered base compensation within this range will be determined based on a candidate’s qualifications, experience, geographic location and other factors relevant to the scope and responsibilities of this role.

Schylling offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage with an 80% company contribution, company-paid life and disability insurance, PTO and at least 10 paid holidays, product discount, and a two-year cliff vesting 401k with weekly company match and eligibility after 30 days.